A wire mandala is basically a wire halo of sorts, meant as a geometric configuration which contains the image of a deity. For some, a wire mandala can be used for meditation and stress relief, while for others it is a beautiful religious pendant that can be attached to earring clasps and chains to make necklaces.

Watch this helpful tutorial to learn how to create a beaded wire mandola that's so professional looking it looks like it could be sold at Anthropologie.